Ammonoosuc Campground

The Great Outdoors

When you rent a camper near Ammonoosuc Campground, you have to visit Mount Washington, the tallest mountain in New England. There are quite a few ways to summit Mount Washington, but the most popular is probably to drive up the auto road. With an average grade of 12% and countless twists and turns, it’s not for the faint of heart. Others hike to the top, but it’s a grueling adventure that will test you physically and mentally, requiring a climb of over 4,000 feet over four miles (one-way). The most unique method for reaching the summit, though, also requires the least effort: the Mount Washington Cog Railway. Built in the 1800s, it’s one of the few trains in the world that can crawl up such a steep grade. The journey takes less than an hour and has some of the most spectacular views of the surrounding White Mountains.For a less strenuous hiking experience, check out the Sugarloaf Trail, just a few miles to the south of Twin Mountain. At less than four miles round-trip and lacking any serious elevation gain, this walk in the woods is a bit more suitable for all fitness levels. From some of the clearings along the trail, you’ll get some spectacular vistas of the surrounding mountains along with a birds-eye view of an abandoned quarry. In the fall, this is one of the best places to see the leaves changing in New Hampshire, which happens a few weeks earlier in the White Mountains compared to the rest of New England.As long as you’re not afraid of heights, there’s also an excellent canopy tour available near the hotel in Bretton Woods. The zip line course will have you swinging through the trees at speeds up to 30 miles per hour and over 100 feet off the forest floor. It’s not for the faint of heart, but for those looking for adventure when they get a campervan rental in northern New Hampshire, this is an excellent activity to book.

Exploring the City

The White Mountains region is a fairly quiet place for RV camping. Twin Mountain, Carroll, and the Bretton Woods region offer a handful of shopping or dining options, and a day trip to Littleton will open up more options when you have a rental motorhome near Ammonoosuc Campground. By comparison, Littleton is a foodie's paradise with a variety of cuisines like Brazilian, Thai, and, of course, fresh seafood. There are also tons of independent shops where you can find a souvenir to remind you of your White Mountains adventure.The Littleton Area Historical Museum is also worth checking out during your day trip there. The museum is packed with items to check out, and every exhibit offers the chance for new discoveries. The displays are assembled with thousands of artifacts, photos, and knickknacks representing the town's history, some of which were probably found in the attics of a few of the town’s residents.For some culture, stop in at the Gallery at WREN in the town of Bethlehem, just west of Carroll and Twin Mountain. You probably wouldn’t expect to find much of an arts scene in such a remote area, but the WREN does an excellent job at showcasing local talent.